Since they didn't want to know baby's sex, they had to settle for some neutral color for the baby's room. They agreed on light green and Holly was very happy about it. She and Gail spent one entire weekend just getting the baby's things. They got stroller, baby's seat, crib, bassinet, tiny clothing for their little one. It was the first time Holly really felt like the baby will be there soon. She knew all the medical facts, the size, how far along Gail was and how baby is developed at the stage they were in, but this is the first time she really felt like a parent. After painting the room, they just put the boxes in and choose not to assemble anything until the time for the labor. Gail made her promise she will assemble the room when they go to the hospital. Holly understood that Gail was very superstitious when it came to their baby. By the end of her seventh month, Gail started having pains and Holly took her to the hospital. As Holly told her, doctor made her take time off and ordered very strict bed rest for the next two months. She continued working from home and from the bed and it was very funny to have to come to their home for things they needed. Many officers were scared of her in her uniform and now they had to come to her bedroom and get their orders from the person in pink elephant PJ's and hair in a braid. Her secretary sat in the kitchen and they functioned as they were in the office. Holly was not happy about it, but at least she had Gail in bed and that was enough for her. Gail was now close to labor. She was nine months pregnant and crazy with mood swings. In the middle of the night, they received phone call from Dove saying that Chloe is in labor. Gail told him to keep them informed and explained to him she is on the bed rest since that little problem she had. Holly knew that she wanted to be there. She saw it on her face.
''We can go, but not for a long time… Few hours at most…''
''Ok…''
Gail got dressed and they went to the hospital. Dove was out of him mind nervous and scared. Chris tried to calm him down but it was not working out. When he saw Gail and Holly coming he got off the chair and approached them. He had so many questions for Holly…
''How long will she be there? When will it end? Will she be ok? And the baby?''
''Calm down Dove… It might take few long hours for it all to end. And I can't tell you it will be ok or not. We don't know… So many things could go wrong. Statistically speaking…''
Gail was looking at her with horror. You don't say things like that in front of the father to be and your very pregnant wife that has to go through it all soon. When Holly realized what she has done, she turned towards him and Gail.
''It will be ok. They know what they are doing and they will do everything to make sure she and the baby are ok.''
Three hours later, doctor came to tell them that Chloe and the baby are ok. She gave birth to a son. Dove was very proud of the fact he had a son. They agreed to name him Frank. Sargent Best was very proud of the fact baby was named after him. He and Noelle were at dinner at Dove's house when her water broke, so he was there from the very beginning. After Dove got to hold him, it was Frank's turn.
''Oh, my little god grandchild…''
Now, that it was all ok and ended in good way, it was time for Gail to go back to bed. After surviving this tonight, Gail was ready to go back to sleep. It was Holly's day off and she couldn't wait for them to sleep in. As it usually happens, there was no chance for sleep. Around ten in the morning, Gail woke up in pain. But it was not labor, it was her back. She couldn't stand lying in bed anymore. Holly gave her massage and filed the tub for them. Gail got in first and Holly slid in behind her. When they settled in, Holly placed her hands on Gail's very large belly…
''I can't believe it's almost time…''
''Me too…''
''Are you scared Holly?''
''For you? Always…''
''I am scared too…''
''It's natural…I would be worried if you said you are not scared…''
''I can't wait to meet our baby…''
''Me too…''
They were silent in the tub just enjoying their moment.
''Holly…''
''Yes?''
''You realize these are maybe the last silent moments we have…''
''What?''
''I might go into labor any time now and after that… There no just Gail and Holly time…There will be few minutes for us before baby needs us…''
''We will survive love… It will be so nice to have our family…''
Gail settled in her wife's arms and took her hands. She loved holding hands with Holly. After some time, she placed them on her belly. Baby was moving and Gail wanted Holly to feel it. Surprisingly, their baby was very nice in Gail's belly. Unlike Chloe and Noelle who said their babies kicked up storm, Holly's and hers was very gentle towards their mother's insides. Holly got out first and helped Gail out of the tub.
''What do you want to do now?''
''Hm… I have no idea… Maybe we could watch a movie?''
''Sure love…''
They got dressed and went back to the bedroom. Holly was in the mood for some old movies, so it was Breakfast at Tiffany's time. Gail had many comments of Holly's movie of choice, but she kept silent because she knew she got to pick movies few times in last few weeks. It was time to let Holly enjoy her movie for a moment. Gail fell asleep in the middle of the movie, so Holly could cry and enjoy crying at her favorite parts of the movie, without Gail teasing her. Holly would often sneak a peek at her wife that was sound asleep. Gail's belly was really big now and she was uncomfortable at any position she tried to sleep in. When the movie was over Holly woke Gail up so she would go to bed.
''Love, go to the bedroom. You are not confortable here…''
''Ok…''
It took some time for Gail to wake up and move from the sofa. When she got up she went to the kitchen where Holly was doing dishes.
''Are you Ok?''
''Yes, my back hurt a little… I can't find a position to sleep in… I can't wait to have a baby….''
''Me too… Soon our little family will be complete…''
Gail came to Holly and kissed her.
''Are you coming to bed?''
''Yes, just let me finish with the dishes…''
On the way out of the kitchen, Gail's water broke…''
She and Holly stared for few seconds and the puddle by her feet.
''I think it's time…''
Holly nodded and took Gail's hand…
''Let's go love…''
''I must change…I can't go like this…''
''There is not much time…''
''I will not go like this…''
Holly run to the room and got her another pair of pants and helped her change. Ride to the hospital was not long, but to them it seemed eternal. They were frightened. Holly was driving and trying to keep Gail calm and calm herself down. When they arrived to the hospital, Gail was taken to the delivery room and Holly stayed with the nurse to give her all the information she needed. Before joining Gail in the delivery room, she called Steve and Tracy and they called the rest of the crew. Nurses gave Holly what to change into and after that, she joined them. Gail was in the middle of the labor when she came in.
''Nice of you to come… This child is tearing me apart…''
Holly took her hand and stood by her.
''I was calling your brother…''
''Just what I need… Steven…''
''Baby…''
''Oooo….Here it comes….AAAAAAAAAAAAAA!''
Holly felt so bad for the amount of pain Gail was in. A hour and a lot of swearing later, little girl was born. Gail felt relived it was done. She was finally a mom… Baby was finally with them. Nurses took her for checkup and other nurse helped clean up Gail. Before they brought them their daughter, they placed Gail in the room. When they finally placed her into the bed, she closed her eyes and let out a long breath.
''It's over… She is fine… We are parents Holly… Can you believe it?''
Holly took her hand and kissed it.
''Thank you my love… This child is the biggest gift you could have given me…''
''Enjoy this one, because I am not doing all of this again… ''
Holly smiled at her wife.
''I love you…''
''I love you too Holly…''
Gail saw the nurse with their baby.
''Ms. Stewart, this is your girl…''
Holly was excited to hold her and look at her…
''Give the baby to my wife. I carried it for nine months and now it's their time to bond…''
Holly took the baby and fell in love at the first sight. Since they picked the donor who looked like her, she found some familiar things in the baby's face, but she was sure she would love it regardless of whose face it has. She took a seat beside her wife and they enjoyed their little girl together. Gail was also taken by the tiny human. She loved her wife very much, but this love she felt when she saw the baby, it was beyond her comprehension. It was stronger and more intense than anything she ever felt. Their little family moment was interrupted by their friends and Peck family.
''Where is my niece?''
''Steven, you are retarded sometimes… What do you think Holly is holding?''
''Oh, she is back…''
Holly smiled at her wife and nodded.
''She is back, but in her defense you did ask very stupid question…''
''Side with your wife. It's wise…''
Tracy teased them.
''She is hormonal, and I am not getting into argument with that…''
''Good answer.''
Elaine got into the room and temperature dropped below zero.
''Where is my granddaughter. Entire city is talking about her?''
''She is in her mother's arms…''
Gail pointed at Holly. Elaine saw Holly holding a baby and came closer to see her. She had Holly's darker complexion, but Gail's eyes.
''And did you name her?''
Gail turned towards her wife…
''Nerd, did you pick the name for our girl?''
''Yes, I did…''
''Can I hear it?''
''Eliza Sabrina Stewart…''
There was a small smile on Gail's face…
''Such a sucker for romance….''
People in the room didn't get what was that all about…
''Sucker for romance?''
''Or she just has endless crush at Audrey Hepburn…''
Holly smiled at her wife. She loved Gail's wit…
''Just Stewart? No Peck?''
''No, mother… Her mothers are just Stewart so there was no need for Peck…''
''But one day, when she joins the force…''
''No, mother… She will not be joining… Holly and I were talking and we decided that she will be part of the dynasty of forensic pathologists. I owe it to Holly…''
Holly wanted to burst with laughter. She had no idea where Gail got that from. They never talked about their child's distant future. They only went as far as labor in their talks.
''But Gail…''
Before she could say anything more, Holly spoke.
''Pecks have police legacy and she is Stewart. She can be whatever she wants Mrs. Peck…I want her happy and happy with herself. I want my child to know her moms love her no matter what. She is our baby regardless of career choice… And I would be grateful if you kept your visions to yourself. You screwed up your kids, let us deal with our…''
And the room was dead silent…
